Man found dead in SUV has been identified

BYESVILLE -- A 56-year-old man found dead, sitting in the back seat of his own sport-utility vehicle Thursday morning, has been identified as James Patrick Cummings.

An autopsy for the unidentified male had been scheduled at the Licking County Coroner's Office. The autopsy was ordered by Guernsey County Coroner Dr. Sandra Schubert.

Mr. Cummings, who authorities said may have been living out of his vehicle, was reportedly discovered by a passer-by who then called 911 to report the discovery to authorities. The black Chevrolet SUV was parked in the 200 block of Seneca Avenue near the intersection with South Second Street.

According to Byesville Police Chief Jason May, there were no signs of foul play and there were not visible injuries.

The 911 call came in to the Guernsey County Sheriff's Office at 11:21 a.m. and a crew from United Ambulance was dispatched to the scene along with Chief May.